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2. Foreword
Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN tenance requirements, assisting you in the MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with safe operation of your vehicle.
confidence. It was produced using the latest This vehicle should not be modified. Modi-
techniques and strict quality control. fication could affect its performance,
WARNING safety or durability, and may even violate
This manual was prepared to help you under- governmental regulations. In addition,
stand the operation and maintenance of your IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMA- damage or performance problems result-
vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of TION ing from modification may not be covered
driving pleasure. Please read through this under NISSAN warranties.
REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!
manual before operating your vehicle.
Follow these important driving rules to WHEN READING THE MANUAL
A separate Warranty Information Booklet
help ensure a safe and comfortable trip This manual includes information for all
explains details about the warranties cov-
for you and your passengers! options available on this model. There-
ering your vehicle. The NISSAN Service
fore, you may find some information that
and Maintenance Guide explains details ¼ Never drive under the influence of does not apply to your vehicle.
about maintaining and servicing your ve- alcohol or drugs.
hicle. Additionally, a separate Customer All information, specifications and illustrations in
¼ Always observe posted speed limits
Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will this manual are those in effect at the time of
and never drive too fast for condi- printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change
explain how to resolve any concerns you
may have with your vehicle, as well as tions. specifications or design at any time without
clarify your rights under your state’s lemon ¼ Always use the seat belts. Refer to notice.
law. “Child safety” and “Child restraints”
in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and
Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best.
When you require any service or have any supplemental restraint system” sec-
questions, we will be glad to assist you with the tion for precautions regarding chil-
extensive resources available to us. dren.
¼ Always provide information about the
READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE
proper use of vehicle safety features
SAFELY
to all occupants of the vehicle.
Before driving your vehicle please read ¼ Always review this Owner’s Manual
your Owner’s Manual carefully. This will for important safety information.
ensure familiarity with controls and main-
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3. IMPORTANT INFORMATION CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
ABOUT THIS MANUAL WARNING
You will see various symbols in this manual.
They are used in the following ways: WARNING
WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components contain
or emit chemicals known to the State of
This is used to indicate the presence of a California to cause cancer and birth
hazard that could cause death or serious defects or other reproductive harm. In
personal injury. To avoid or reduce the addition, certain fluids contained in ve-
risk, the procedures must be followed hicles and certain products of compo-
precisely. nent wear contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
SIC0697 cancer and birth defects or other repro-
ductive harm.
CAUTION If you see this symbol, it means “Do not do
this” or “Do not let this happen”.
This is used to indicate the presence of a
hazard that could cause minor or moder-
ate personal injury or damage to your If you see a symbol similar to these in an
vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the illustration, it means the arrow points to the front
procedures must be followed carefully. of the vehicle.
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these
indicate movement or action.
© 2004 NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD.
TOKYO, JAPAN
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’s Manual may be
call attention to an item in the illustration. reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted
in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior
written permission of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.
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4. Welcome To The World Of NISSAN
to the supply of lubricants, parts and accessories.
NISSAN pioneered the use of electronics and
computers in automobiles, and has led the industry
in improving both performance and fuel efficiency
through new engine designs and the use of syn-
thetic materials to reduce vehicle weight. The
company has also developed ways to build quality
into its vehicles at each stage of the production
process, both through extensive use of automation
and — most importantly — through an awareness
that people are the central element in quality
control.
From the time the parts arrived from our suppliers
until you took delivery of your new NISSAN, dozens
of checks were made to ensure that only the best
WFW0002 job was being done in producing and delivering
your vehicle. NISSAN also takes great care to
Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedication to the facilities include the Nissan Manufacturing ensure that when you take your NISSAN to your
produce the finest in safe, reliable and economical facility in Smyrna, Tennessee, vehicle styling de- dealer for maintenance, the service technician will
transportation. Your vehicle is the product of a sign at Nissan Design America, Inc. in San Diego, perform his work according to the quality stan-
successful worldwide company that manufactures California, and engineering at Nissan Technical dards that have been established by NISSAN.
cars and trucks in over 17 countries and distributes Center North America in Farmington Hills, Michi-
gan. Additionally, NISSAN employs nearly 18,000 Safety has also been built into your NISSAN. As
them in 170 nations. you know, seat belts are an integral part of the
people throughout the United States, Canada, and
NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufactured Mexico. An additional 71,000 people work for the safety systems that will help protect you and your
by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which was founded in 1,500 NISSAN and INFINITI dealers across North passengers in the event of a sudden stop or an
Tokyo, Japan in 1933, and NISSAN affiliates world America. accident. We urge you to use the seat belts every
wide, collectively growing to become the fifth time you drive the vehicle.
largest automaker in the world. In addition to cars NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to the
and trucks, NISSAN also makes forklift trucks, Canadian economy. Nissan Canada Inc., its sup- The NISSAN story of growth and achievement
marine engines, boats and other diversified prod- pliers and over 140 dealers employ approximately reflects our major goal: to provide you, our cus-
ucts. 4,500 people. These include company employees tomer, with a vehicle that is built with quality and
and the staffs of NISSAN dealers all across craftsmanship — a product that we can be proud
NISSAN has made a substantial and growing Canada. In addition, many Canadians work for to build and you can be proud to own.
investment in North America. NISSAN’s commit- companies that supply NISSAN and NISSAN deal-
ment is nearly $4 billion dollars in capital invest- ers with materials and services ranging from op-
ments in facilities across the continent. Some of eration of port facilities and transportation services
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5. NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM
NISSAN CARES ...
Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer
are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs.
However, if there is something that your The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for You can write to NISSAN with the information
NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you the following information: on the left at:
would like to provide NISSAN directly with — Your name, address, and telephone For U.S. customers
comments or questions, please contact our number Nissan North America, Inc.
(NISSAN’s) Consumer Affairs Department us- — Vehicle identification number (on dash panel) Consumer Affairs Department
ing our toll-free number: — Date of purchase P.O. Box 191
For U.S. customers — Current odometer reading Gardena, California 90248-0191
1-800-NISSAN-1 — Your NISSAN dealer’s name For Canadian customers
(1-800-647-7261) — Your comments or questions Nissan Canada Inc.
For Canadian customers OR 5290 Orbitor Drive
1-800-387-0122 Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5
We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.
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6. Table of Illustrated table of contents
Contents Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Heater, air conditioner and audio systems
Starting and driving
In case of emergency
Appearance and care
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Technical and consumer information
Index
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7. 0 Illustrated table of contents
Exterior front ........................................................................... 0-2
Exterior rear ............................................................................ 0-3
Passenger compartment ...................................................... 0-5
Instrument panel ................................................................... 0-7
Engine compartment check locations ............................. 0-8
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8. EXTERIOR FRONT
1. Hood (P.3-9)
2. Windshield wiper and washer
— Switch (P.2-22)
— Wiper replacement (P.8-20)
3. Interior light (P.2-40)
4. Power windows (P.2-38)
5. Towing hook installation (P.6-12)
License plate installation (P.9-13)
6. Headlight, park and turn signal lights
— Switch (P.2-24)
— Bulb replacement (P.8-27)
7. Tires
— Wheels and tires (P.8-31, P.9-9)
— Flat tire (P.6-2)
8. Outside mirrors (P.3-18)
9. Doors
— Keys (P.3-2)
— Door locks (P.3-2)
— Keyfob (P.3-4)
SSI0001
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9. EXTERIOR REAR
Coupe models
1. Antenna (P.4-26)
2. Rear hatch release switch (P.3-10)
3. Rear window defroster (P.2-23)
4. High-mounted stop light (Bulb) (P.8-28)
5. Rear window wiper and washer
(P.2-22)
6. License plate lights (Bulb replacement)
(P.8-28)
7. Rear hatch release (secondary) (P.3-10)
8. Luggage compartment light (P.2-41, P.8-28)
9. Back-up, Turn signal light (Bulb replacement)
(P.8-28)
10. Side marker, Stop/Tail light (Bulb replace-
ment) (P.8-28)
11. Fuel
— Fuel filler lid (P.3-13)
— Fuel recommendation (P.9-3)
SSI0002
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10. Roadster models
1. Antenna (P.4-26)
2. Trunk lid release switch (P.3-11)
3. Trunk light (P.2-41, P.8-28)
4. High-mounted stop light (Bulb) (P.8-28)
5. Rear window defroster (P.2-23)
6. Soft top (P.3-19)
7. Interior trunk lid release (P.3-12)
8. License plate lights (Bulb replacement)
(P.8-28)
9. Back-up, Turn signal light (Bulb replacement)
(P.8-28)
10. Side marker, Stop/Tail light (Bulb replace-
ment) (P.8-28)
11. Fuel
— Fuel filler lid (P.3-13)
— Fuel recommendation (P.9-3)
SSI0003
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11. PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
Coupe models
1. Coat hook (P.2-37)
2. Seat belts (P.1-10)
3. Seats
- Manual seats adjustment (P.1-3)
- Power seats adjustment (P.1-4)
4. Tilt lever for passenger seat (seatback)
(P.1-7)
5. Power window switch (P.2-38)
6. Outside mirror remote control switch
(P.3-18)
7. Extension sun visor (P.3-16)
8. Interior light (P.2-40)
9. Sunglasses holder (P.2-32)
10. Inside mirror (P.3-16)
- Automatic anti-glare inside mirror* (P.3-17)
- HomeLink universal transceiver* (P.2-42)
11. Rear parcel box (P.2-10)
12. Rear parcel box or Navigation system*1
13. Rear floor box (P.2-35)
14. Power outlet (P.2-31)
15. Console box (P.2-34)
16. Parking brake
- Operation (P.5-14)
- Parking/Parking on hills (P.5-18)
- Checking (P.8-21)
17. Driving with automatic transmission (P.5-9)
18. Driving with manual transmission (P.5-12)
*: if so equipped
*1: Refer to the separate Navigation System
SSI0067 Owner’s Manual.
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12. Roadster models
1. Seat belts (P.1-10)
2. Seats
- Power seats adjustment (P.1-5)
- Net seats* (P.1-6).
3. Power seatback tilt switch (P.1-8)/Cancel
switch (P.1-9) for passenger seat
4. Power window switch (P.2-38)
5. Outside mirror remote control switch
(P.3-18)
6. Soft top latch lever (P.3-22)
7. Safety switch for soft top latch lever (P.3-22)
8. Interior light (P.2-40)
9. Inside mirror (P.3-16)
- Automatic anti-glare inside mirror* (P.3-17)
- HomeLink universal transceiver* (P.2-42)
10. Rear parcel box (P.2-10)
11. Rear parcel box or Navigation system*1
12. Rear floor box (P.2-35)
- Trunk lid cancel switch (P.3-12)
- Secondary trunk lid release (P.3-13)
13. Power outlet (P.2-31)
14. Console box (P.2-34)
15. Parking brake
- Operation (P.5-14)
- Parking/Parking on hills (P.5-18)
- Checking (P.8-21)
16. Driving with automatic transmission (P.5-9)
17. Driving with manual transmission (P.5-12)
*: if so equipped
*1: Refer to the separate Navigation System
SSI0068 Owner’s Manual.
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13. INSTRUMENT PANEL
11. Side ventilators (P.4-7)
12. VDC (Vehicle dynamic control) OFF switch*
(P.2-29) or TCS (Traction control system)
OFF switch* (P.2-29)
13. Soft top operating switch (for Roadster
models) (P.3-19)
14. Fuel filler lid opener switch (P.3-13)
15. Hood lock release handle (P.3-9)
16. Fuse box (P.8-22)
17. Tilting steering wheel lock lever (P.3-15)
18. Ignition switch (P.5-6)
19. Navigation system display (P.4-2)*1 or In-
strument pocket (P.2-32)
20. Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch (P.2-23)
21. Heater/air conditioner control (P.4-8)
22. Audio system (P.4-11)/Clock (P.2-30)
23. Heated seat switch* (P.2-28)
24. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-27)
25. Tray (P.2-33)
26. Power outlet (P.2-31)
*: if so equipped
SIC2268 *1: Refer to the separate Navigation System
Owner’s Manual.
1. Headlight/turn signal switch (P.2-24) 5. Cruise control main/set switch* (P.5-15)
2. Instrument brightness control switch 6. Trip computer mode/setting switch (P.2-8)
(P.2-26) 7. Windshield wiper/washer switch (P.2-22)
3. Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-29)/Horn 8. Center ventilator (P.4-7)
(P.2-27) 9. Cup holder (P.2-33)
4. Meters/gauges (P.2-3) 10. Passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-29)
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14. ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-22)
2. Battery (P.8-15)
3. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-10)
4. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-13)
5. Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T models) (P.8-14)
6. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-14)
7. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-13)
8. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-8)
9. Radiator filler cap (P.8-9)
10. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-10)
11. Air cleaner (P.8-18)
Do not tamper with the strut tower bar
adjustment k . The strut tower bar has
A
been adjusted to the most suitable posi-
tion at the factory.
SDI1519
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15. 1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-
mental restraint system
Seats ........................................................................................ 1-2 Seat belt extenders ...................................................... 1-16
Front manual seat adjustment Seat belt maintenance ................................................ 1-16
(for Coupe models) ........................................................ 1-3 Child restraints ................................................................... 1-17
Front power seat adjustment Precautions on child restraints ................................. 1-17
(for Coupe models — if so equipped) ...................... 1-4 Child restraint installation on front passenger
Front power seat adjustment seat.................................................................................... 1-19
(for Roadster models) .................................................... 1-5 Top tether strap child restraint
Seat lifter (for driver’s seat) ......................................... 1-7 (Coupe models) ............................................................ 1-24
Tilting and reclining passenger’s seat from driver’s Booster seats ....................................................................... 1-25
seat ..................................................................................... 1-7
Precautions on booster seats .................................... 1-25
Head restraint adjustment ............................................ 1-9
Booster seat installation on front passenger
Seat belts ............................................................................. 1-10
seat.................................................................................... 1-28
Precautions on seat belt usage ................................ 1-10
Supplemental restraint system ....................................... 1-29
Child safety .................................................................... 1-12
Obtaining an air bag ON/OFF switch...................... 1-13 Precautions on supplemental restraint system ...... 1-29
After an air bag ON/OFF switch is installed.......... 1-13 Components of the supplemental restraint
Pregnant women .......................................................... 1-14 system .............................................................................. 1-35
Injured persons ............................................................. 1-14 Supplemental air bag warning labels ....................... 1-40
Three-point type seat belt with retractor ............... 1-14 Supplemental air bag warning light .......................... 1-40
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16. SEATS
SSS0133
WARNING ¼ For the most effective protection
when the vehicle is in motion, the
¼ Do not ride in a moving vehicle when seat should be upright. Always sit
the seatback is reclined. This can be well back in the seat and adjust the
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not seat belt properly. See “Precautions
be against your body. In an accident, on seat belt usage” later in this sec-
you could be thrown into it and re- tion.
ceive neck or other serious injuries.
You could also slide under the lap
belt and receive serious internal
injuries.
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17. FRONT MANUAL SEAT
ADJUSTMENT (for Coupe models)
WARNING
¼ Do not adjust the driver’s seat while
driving so full attention may be given
to vehicle operation. The seat may
move suddenly and could cause loss
of control of the vehicle.
¼ After adjustment, gently rock in the
seat to make sure it is securely
locked. SSS0394
k Forward and backward
1 k Reclining
2
Pull the lever up while you slide the seat forward To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and
or backward to the desired position. Release the lean back. To bring the seatback forward again,
lever to lock the seat in position. pull the lever and move your body forward. The
When sliding the passenger’s seat backward, seatback will move forward.
be careful not to crush items in the seatback The reclining feature allows adjustment of the
pocket against the rear floor box. seatback for occupants of different sizes for
added comfort and to help obtain proper seat
belt fit. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage”
later in this section.) The seatback may also be
reclined to allow occupants to rest when the
vehicle is parked.
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18. FRONT POWER SEAT
ADJUSTMENT (for Coupe models —
if so equipped)
WARNING
¼ Do not adjust the driver’s seat while
driving so full attention may be given
to vehicle operation.
¼ Do not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controls.
SPA1793
Unattended children could become
involved in serious accidents. k Forward and backward
1 k Reclining (for passenger’s seat)
2
Moving the sliding switch forward or backward The passenger’s seat is equipped with a manual
Operating tips will slide the seat forward or backward to the lever for reclining. See “Front manual seat ad-
desired position. justment” earlier in this section.
¼ The seat motor has an auto-reset overload
protection circuit. If the motor stops during When sliding the passenger’s seat backward, The reclining feature allows adjustment of the
operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate be careful not to crush items in the seatback seatback for occupants of different sizes for
the switch. pocket against the rear floor box. added comfort and to help obtain proper seat
belt fit. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage”
¼ Do not operate the power support seat k Reclining (for driver’s seat)
2 later in this section.) The seatback may also be
for a long period of time when the engine is reclined to allow occupants to rest when the
off. This will discharge the battery. Move the reclining switch backward until the
desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback vehicle is parked.
forward, move the switch forward and move your
body forward. The seatback will move forward.
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19. FRONT POWER SEAT
ADJUSTMENT (for Roadster models)
WARNING
¼ Do not adjust the driver’s seat while
driving so full attention may be given
to vehicle operation.
¼ Do not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controls.
Unattended children could become
involved in serious accidents. SSS0271
k Forward and backward
1 The reclining feature allows adjustment of the
seatback for occupants of different sizes for
Operating tips Moving the sliding switch forward or backward added comfort and to help obtain proper seat
¼ The seat motor has an auto-reset overload will slide the seat forward or backward to the belt fit. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage”
protection circuit. If the motor stops during desired position. later in this section.) The seatback may also be
operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate When sliding the passenger’s seat backward, reclined to allow occupants to rest when the
the switch. be careful not to crush items in the seatback vehicle is parked.
¼ Do not operate the power support seat pocket against the rear floor box. Automatic passenger seatback tilt
for a long period of time when the engine is function
off. This will discharge the battery. k Reclining
2
Move the reclining switch backward until the The passenger seatback will automatically tilt
desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward and backward during the soft top
forward, move the switch forward and move your open/close operation. If you need to cancel this
function or when a child restraint is installed in
body forward. The seatback will move forward.
the passenger’s seat, push the seatback tilt
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20. cancel switch to the CANCEL position. For more
information about operation conditions, see ¼ When using these seats, avoid wear-
“Soft top” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and ing clothing with soft fabrics (wool,
adjustments” section. For the cancel switch, see etc.). Clothing may be damaged as it
“Tilting and reclining passenger’s seat from driv- rubs against the netted material.
er’s seat” later in this section.
SSS0272
Ventilated net seats (if so equipped)
The ventilated net seats are designed for good
ventilation while driving. Net cloth is used on the
surface of the seatback and the cushion as
shown.
CAUTION
¼ The seat is made of netted materials.
Be careful not to snag your jewelry,
such as a ring, bracelet or watch, on
the seat.
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21. SPA1715 SSS0202 SSS0203
Type A Type B Coupe models
SEAT LIFTER (for driver’s seat) Type B (for ventilated net seat) TILTING AND RECLINING
Type A (except for ventilated net seat) Turn the dial and adjust the angle of the seat PASSENGER’S SEAT FROM
cushion to the desired position. DRIVER’S SEAT
Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height of
the seat cushion to the desired position. The passenger seatback can be adjusted from
the driver’s seat to make it easier for the driver to
use the rear parcel box or rear floor box, or to
help the passenger get in the vehicle.
Coupe models (manual type)
To tilt or recline the passenger seatback, pull up
the lever k located on the back side of it, and
A
move the seatback forward or backward.
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22. switch” later in this section.)
¼ when the passenger seat belt is fastened.
¼ when the vehicle speed reaches 4 MPH (7
km/h) and more.
The automatic tilting/reclining movement will be
stopped:
¼ when any of the above 4 conditions occur.
¼ when the power seatback tilt switch (top or
bottom) is pushed again.
¼ when the seatback is moved with the soft top
open/close operation.
SSS0273 SSS0274
Roadster models — Type A Roadster models — Type B When this interruption occurs, you cannot move
Roadster models (power type) seatback tilt switch. While the switch is held the seatback backward from the stopped posi-
down, the seatback will move backward to the tion with the power seatback tilt switch. Use the
The power seatback tilt switch k and the
B
original position that was last selected using the reclining switch (on the seat cushion) to select
seatback tilt cancel switch k are located on the
C
reclining switch (located on the seat cushion). the seatback position.
back side of the passenger seatback as shown. Release the switch to stop the movement.
Tilting/reclining operation: Operation conditions:
To tilt the passenger seatback forward, push the The power seatback tilt switch does not activate
top ( side) of the power seatback tilt under the following conditions.
switch k for more than 0.5 seconds. The
B
seatback will automatically tilt forward. To stop ¼ when the passenger seat sliding/reclining
the movement, push the top or bottom of the switches on the seat cushion are being op-
switch. erated.
To tilt or adjust the seatback backward, push ¼ when the seat tilt cancel switch is in the
and hold the bottom ( side) of the power CANCEL position. (See “Seatback tilt cancel
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23. CAUTION
When a child restraint is installed in the
passenger seat, be sure to turn the seat-
back tilt cancel switch to the CANCEL
position. Otherwise, the child restraint
may be damaged.
SSS0275 SSS0204
Seatback tilt cancel switch: HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT
When the seatback tilt cancel switch k is C To raise the head restraint, just pull it up. To
pushed to the CANCEL position, the lower, push the lock knob k and push the head
A
tilting/reclining operation using the power seat- restraint down.
back tilt switch k will be cancelled. Only the
B
sliding/reclining switches (located on the seat The ventilated net seats (if so equipped for
cushion) are operational. Push the seatback tilt Roadster models) have non-adjustable head
cancel switch to the AUTO position to reactivate restraints.
the power seatback tilt switch.
This cancel switch is linked with the automatic
passenger seatback tilt function of the soft top
operation. See “Soft top” in the “3. Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section.
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24. SEAT BELTS
PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT
USAGE
If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad-
justed and you are sitting upright and well back
in your seat, your chances of being injured or
killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury
may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly en-
courages you and all of your passengers to
buckle up every time you drive, even if your
seating position includes a supplemental air bag.
Most states, provinces or territories re-
quire that seat belts be worn at all times
when a vehicle is being driven.
SSS0178A
Adjust the head restraints so the center is level
with the center of your ears.
WARNING
Head restraints should be adjusted
properly as they may provide significant
protection against injury in an accident.
Do not remove them. Check the adjust-
ment after someone else uses the seat.
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25. ¼ Position the lap belt as low and snug
as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT
THE WAIST. A lap belt worn too high
could increase the risk of internal
injuries in an accident.
¼ Be sure the seat belt tongue is se-
curely fastened to the proper buckle.
¼ Do not wear the seat belt inside out
or twisted. Doing so may reduce its
effectiveness.
¼ Do not allow more than one person
SSS0136
to use the same seat belt.
¼ Never carry more people in the ve-
WARNING an accident. Serious injury or death
hicle than there are seat belts. This
can occur if the seat belt is not worn
vehicle has only two seating posi-
¼ Every person who drives or rides in properly.
tions. Never allow anyone to ride in
this vehicle should use a seat belt at ¼ Always route the shoulder belt over the luggage area.
all times. your shoulder and across your chest.
¼ If the seat belt warning light glows
¼ The seat belt should be properly ad- Never run the belt behind your back,
continuously while the ignition is
justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so under your arm or across your neck.
turned ON with all doors closed and
may reduce the effectiveness of the The belt should be away from your
all seat belts fastened, it may indi-
entire restraint system and increase face and neck, but not falling off your
cate a malfunction in the system.
the chance or severity of injury in shoulder.
Have the system checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
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26. SSS0134 SSS0016
¼ Once the pre-tensioner seat belt has CHILD SAFETY
semblies in use during a collision be
activated, it cannot be reused and replaced unless the collision was mi- Children need adults to help protect them.
must be replaced together with the nor and the belts show no damage They need to be properly restrained.
retractor. See a NISSAN dealer. and continue to operate properly.
In addition to the general information in this
¼ Removal and installation of the pre- Seat belt assemblies not in use dur-
ing a collision should also be in- manual, child safety information is available from
tensioner seat belt system compo- many other sources, including doctors, teachers,
nents should be done by a NISSAN spected and replaced if either dam-
age or improper operation is noted. government traffic safety offices, and community
dealer.
organizations. Every child is different, so be sure
¼ All seat belt assemblies, including to learn the best way to transport your child.
retractors and attaching hardware,
should be inspected after any colli- There are three basic types of child restraint
sion by a NISSAN dealer. NISSAN systems:
recommends that all seat belt as- ¼ Rear facing child restraint
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27. ¼ Front facing child restraint have procedures that allow you to apply for available for larger children for additional protec-
permission to have your vehicle fitted with an air tion.
¼ Booster seat
bag ON/OFF switch. Such a switch is available
for purchase from NISSAN. If you have ques- Infants
WARNING tions about the government application proce- Infants up to at least one year old should be
dures, contact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs placed in a rear facing child restraint. NISSAN
¼ Never let a child 12 or under ride in Department listed earlier in this manual. recommends that infants be placed in child
this vehicle. Do not attempt to hold AFTER AN AIR BAG ON/OFF restraints that comply with Federal Motor Ve-
them in your lap or arms. hicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Ve-
SWITCH IS INSTALLED hicle Safety Standards. You should choose a
¼ Never let a child stand or kneel on child restraint that fits your vehicle and always
any seat and do not allow a child in
the cargo areas while the vehicle is
WARNING follow the manufacturer’s instructions for instal-
lation and use.
moving. The child could be seriously
Infants and children need special pro- Small children
injured or killed in an accident or
tection. The vehicle’s seat belts may not
sudden stop. Children that are over one year old and weigh
fit them properly. The shoulder belt may
come too close to the face or neck. The between 20 lbs (9 kg) and 40 lbs (18 kg) can be
Your vehicle is equipped with a supplemental placed in a forward facing child restraint. Refer
lap belt may not fit over their small hip
to the manufacturer’s instructions for minimum
front impact air bag system for the front passen- bones. In an accident, an improperly and maximum weight and height recommenda-
ger. See “Supplemental restraint system” later in fitting seat belt could cause serious or tions. NISSAN recommends that small children
this section. Therefore, children 12 or under fatal injury. Always use appropriate be placed in child restraints that comply with
should not ride in this vehicle without installing child restraints. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Ca-
an air bag ON/OFF switch. nadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You
OBTAINING AN AIR BAG ON/OFF should choose a child restraint that fits your
All US states and provinces of Canada require
vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s
SWITCH the use of approved child restraints for infants instructions for installation and use.
and small children. (See “Child restraints” later in
If you must transport a child in this vehicle, you this section.) Larger children
may be eligible to have an air bag ON/OFF
switch installed. US and Canadian governments Also, there are other types of child restraints Children who are too large for child restraint
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28. systems should be seated and restrained by the your chest. Never run the lap/shoulder belt over
seat belts which are provided. The seat belt may your abdominal area. Contact your doctor for ¼ For the most effective protection
not fit properly if the child is less than 4 feet 9 specific recommendations. when the vehicle is in motion, the
inches (142.5 cm) tall and weighs between 40 seat should be upright. Always sit
lbs (18 kg) and 80 lbs (36 kg). A booster seat INJURED PERSONS well back in the seat and adjust the
should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit. NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat belt properly.
NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a seat belts, depending on the injury. Check with
commercially available booster seat if the shoul- your doctor for specific recommendations.
der belt in the child’s seating position fits close THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT
to the face or neck or if the lap portion of the seat
belt goes across the abdomen. The booster seat
WITH RETRACTOR
should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is
properly positioned across the top, middle por- WARNING
tion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the
hips. A booster seat can only be used in seating ¼ Every person who drives or rides in
positions that have a three-point type seat belt. this vehicle should use a seat belt at
The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and
all times.
have a label certifying that it complies with
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Ca- ¼ Do not ride in a moving vehicle when
nadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the seatback is reclined. This can be
the child has grown so the shoulder belt is no dangerous. The shoulder belt will not
longer on or near the face and neck, use the
be against your body. In an accident,
shoulder belt without the booster seat.
you could be thrown into it and re-
PREGNANT WOMEN ceive neck or other serious injuries.
You could also slide under the lap
NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use
seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug, belt and receive serious internal
and always position the lap belt as low as injuries.
possible around the hips, not the waist. Place
the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across
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29. When the locking mechanism is activated the
seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat
belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully
retracted. For additional information, see “Child
restraints” later in this section.
The automatic locking mode should be
used only for child restraint installation.
During normal seat belt use by a passen-
ger, the locking mode should not be acti-
vated. If it is activated it may cause uncom-
fortable seat belt tension.
WARNING
SSS0292A SSS0020C
When fastening the seat belts, be cer-
Fastening the seat belts belt and release it. Then smoothly pull
tain that the seatbacks are completely
the belt out of the retractor.
1. Adjust the seat. See “Seats” earlier in this secured in the latched position. If they
section. 3. Position the lap belt portion low and snug are not completely secured, passengers
on the hips as shown. may be injured in an accident or sudden
2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor
4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the stop.
and insert the tongue into the buckle until it
clicks. retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the
shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder
¼ The retractor is designed to lock during and across your chest.
a sudden stop or on impact. A slow
The front passenger seat belt has a locking
pulling motion will permit the belt to
mechanism for child restraint installation. It is
move, and allow you some freedom of
referred to as the automatic locking mode. (Also
movement in the seat.
remember, if you need to install a child restraint,
¼ If the seat belt cannot be pulled from its first obtain an air bag ON/OFF switch and turn
fully retracted position, firmly pull the the passenger air bag OFF.)
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30. ward. The retractor should lock and restrict
further belt movement. ¼ Never use seat belt extenders to in-
stall child restraints. If the child re-
If the retractor does not lock during this check or
straint is not secured properly, the
if you have any questions about belt operation,
child could be seriously injured in a
see a NISSAN dealer.
collision or a sudden stop. (Also re-
SEAT BELT EXTENDERS member never to use a child restraint
If, because of body size or driving position, it is unless an air bag ON/OFF switch has
not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt been installed and is being used
and fasten it, an extender is available. The ex- properly.)
tender adds approximately 8 inches (200 mm) of
length and may be used for either the driver or SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE
passenger seating position. See a NISSAN
SSS0021A dealer for assistance if the extender is required. ¼ To clean the seat belt webbings, apply a
mild soap solution or any solution recom-
Unfastening the seat belts WARNING mended for cleaning upholstery or carpets.
Then brush the webbing, wipe it with a cloth
To unfasten the belt, press the button k on the
1
and allow it to dry in the shade. Do not allow
buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract. ¼ Only NISSAN seat belt extenders, the seat belts to retract until they are com-
Checking seat belt operation made by the same company which pletely dry.
made the original equipment seat
Your seat belt retractors are designed to lock ¼ If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide of
belts, should be used with NISSAN
belt movement using two separate methods: the seat belt anchors, the seat belts may
seat belts.
retract slowly. Wipe the shoulder belt guide
¼ when the belt is pulled quickly from the ¼ Persons who can use the standard with a clean, dry cloth.
retractor. seat belt should not use an extender. ¼ Periodically check to see that the seat
¼ when the vehicle slows down rapidly. Such unnecessary use could result in belt and the metal components such as
serious personal injury in the event buckles, tongues, retractors, flexible wires
You can check their operation as follows: of an accident. and anchors work properly. If loose parts,
¼ grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly for- deterioration, cuts or other damage on the
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31. CHILD RESTRAINTS
webbing is found, the entire belt assembly PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD
should be replaced. possible for even the strongest adult
RESTRAINTS
to resist the forces of a severe acci-
dent. The child could be crushed be-
WARNING tween the adult and parts of the ve-
hicle. Also, do not put the same seat
The information in this section is pro- belt around both your child and your-
vided only for those owners who have self.
received permission to install an air bag
ON/OFF switch and the switch has been ¼ Never install a child restraint in the
installed. See “Obtaining an air bag front seat unless an air bag ON/OFF
ON/OFF switch” earlier in this manual. switch has been installed and the air
Never let children 12 or under ride in this bag has been turned OFF. An inflat-
vehicle unless an air bag ON/OFF ing supplemental air bag could seri-
switch is installed and it is being prop- ously injure or kill your child.
erly used. ¼ An improperly installed child re-
straint could lead to serious injury or
death in an accident.
WARNING
¼ Infants and small children should al- CAUTION
ways be placed in an appropriate
child restraint while riding in the ve- For Roadster models, when installing a
hicle. Failure to use a child restraint child restraint, be sure to turn off the
can result in serious injury or death. automatic passenger seatback tilt func-
¼ Infants and small children should tion with the seatback tilt cancel switch
never be carried on your lap. It is not (located on the back of the passenger
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32. vehicle, place your child in the child restraint
seatback). Otherwise, the child restraint and check the various adjustments to be sure ¼ If the child restraint is not anchored
may be damaged. See “Tilting and re- the child restraint is compatible with your properly, the risk of a child being
clining passenger’s seat from driver’s child. Choose a child restraint that is de- injured in a collision or a sudden stop
seat” earlier in this section for detailed signed for your child’s height and weight. greatly increases.
information. Always follow all recommended procedures.
¼ Adjustable seatbacks should be po-
All US states and Canadian provinces re- sitioned to fit the child restraint, but
In general, child restraints are designed to be quire that infants and small children be as upright as possible.
installed with the lap portion of a lap/shoulder restrained in approved child restraints at
all times while the vehicle is being oper- ¼ After attaching the child restraint,
seat belt.
ated. test it before you place the child in it.
The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Push it from side to side. Try to tug it
Generally, infants (up to about 1 year and less forward and check to see if the belt
than 20 lb (9 kg)) should be placed in rear facing WARNING holds the restraint in place. If the
child restraints. Front facing child restraints are
restraint is not secure, tighten the
available for children who outgrow rear facing ¼ Improper use of a child restraint can
child restraints. belt as necessary. You may need to
increase the risk or severity of injury try a different child restraint. Not all
Child restraints for infants and children of various for both the child and other occu-
sizes are offered by several manufacturers. child restraints fit in all types of ve-
pants of the vehicle. hicles.
When selecting any child restraint, keep the
following points in mind: ¼ Follow all of the child restraint manu- ¼ If you install a front facing child re-
¼ choose only a restraint with a label certifying facturer’s instructions for installation straint in the front seat, see “Child
that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle and use. When purchasing a child restraint installation on front passen-
Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor restraint, be sure to select one which ger seat” later in this section.
Vehicle Safety Standard 213. will fit your child and vehicle. It may
not be possible to properly install ¼ When your child restraint is not in
¼ check the child restraint in your vehicle to be use, keep it secured with a seat belt
sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s seat some types of child restraints in your
vehicle. to prevent it from being thrown
and seat belt system.
¼ if the child restraint is compatible with your
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33. around in case of a sudden stop or
accident.
CAUTION
Remember that a child restraint left in a
closed vehicle can become very hot.
Check the seating surface and buckles
before placing your child in the child
restraint.
SSS0261
CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION
supplemental front air bag in a crash
ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT
and could seriously injure or kill your
child.
WARNING
¼ The three-point seat belt in your ve-
hicle is equipped with an automatic
¼ Never install a child restraint in the
locking mode retractor which must
front passenger seat unless an air
be used when installing a child re-
bag ON/OFF switch has been in-
straint.
stalled and the air bag has been
turned OFF. Supplemental front air ¼ Failure to use the retractor’s locking
bags inflate with great force. A child mode will result in the child restraint
restraint could be struck by the not being properly secured. The re-
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34. child. Always follow the restraint manufactur-
straint could tip over or otherwise be er’s instructions.
unsecured and cause injury to the
The back of the child restraint should be
child in a sudden stop or collision. secured against the vehicle seatback. If nec-
essary, adjust or remove the head restraint to
obtain the correct child restraint fit. See
CAUTION “Head restraint adjustment” earlier in this
section. If the head restraint is removed, store
it in a secure place. Be sure to install the
Turn off the automatic passenger seat- head restraint when the child restraint is
back tilt function by turning the seat- removed. If the seating position does not
back tilt cancel switch to the CANCEL have an adjustable head restraint and it is
position. (Roadster models) interfering with the proper child restraint fit,
try a different child restraint.
SSS0301C
Front facing — step 2
Front facing
If you must install a child restraint in the front
seat, follow these steps:
1. Turn the air bag ON/OFF switch to the OFF
position.
Turn the seatback tilt cancel switch to the
CANCEL position. (Roadster models only)
2. Position the child restraint on the front pas-
senger seat. Move the seat to the rear-
most position. Adjust the head restraint to
its highest position (if so equipped). The
direction of the child restraint depends on the
type of the child restraint and the size of the
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35. SSS0253D SSS0254D SSS0331
Front facing — step 3 Front facing — step 4 Front facing — step 5
3. Route the seat belt tongue through the child 4. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is 5. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the belt to
restraint and insert it into the buckle until you fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor remove any slack in the belt.
hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to is in the automatic locking mode (child re-
follow the child restraint manufacturer’s in- straint mode). It reverts back to emergency
structions for belt routing. locking mode when the belt is fully retracted.
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36. 8. Check to make sure that the child restraint is
properly secured prior to each use. If the lap
belt is not locked, repeat steps 4 through 7.
After the child restraint is removed and the seat
belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor,
the automatic locking mode (child restraint
mode) is canceled.
SSS0302B SSS0211A
Front facing — step 6 Rear facing — step 2
6. Before placing the child in the child restraint, Rear facing
use force to push the child restraint from side
to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it When you install a child restraint in the front
is securely held in place. It should not move seat, follow these steps:
more than 1 in (25 mm). If it does move more 1. Turn the air bag ON/OFF switch to the OFF
than 1 in (25 mm), pull again on the shoulder position.
belt to further tighten the child restraint. If
unable to properly secure the restraint, try a Turn the seatback tilt cancel switch to the
different child restraint. Not all child restraints CANCEL position. (Roadster models only)
fit in all types of vehicles.
2. Position the child restraint on the front pas-
7. Check that the retractor is in the automatic senger seat. Move the seat to the rearmost
locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of position. The direction of the child restraint
the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt depends on the type of the child restraint and
webbing out of the retractor, the belt is in the the size of the child. Always follow the re-
automatic locking mode. straint manufacturer’s instructions.
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37. SSS0212A SSS0213A SSS0214A
Rear facing — step 3 Rear facing — step 4 Rear facing — step 5
3. Route the seat belt tongue through the child 4. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is 5. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the belt to
restraint and insert it into the buckle until you fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor remove any slack in the belt.
hear and feel the latch engage. is in the automatic locking mode (child re-
Be sure to follow the child restraint manufac- straint mode). It reverts back to emergency
turer’s instructions for belt routing. locking mode when the belt is fully retracted.
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